Gardening

Discover how copper tape instantly repels snails with an electrostatic shock. Learn the science, best uses, setup tips, lifespan, and costs for UK gardens.

Discover how calcium-rich eggshells boost rose blooms. Learn preparation, application, pH tips, and complementary care for stronger, longer-lasting flowers.

Discover how to control weeds naturally with newspaper layering: a simple sheet mulching method that smothers growth, feeds soil, and saves time in UK gardens.

Grow a lush lawn with beer as yeast and sugars energise soil microbes. Explore the science, safe dilution, timing, benefits, risks, and eco tips.

Discover how orange peels and leftover fruit naturally attract butterflies. Get UK-friendly tips on prep, placement, hygiene, and plants to boost your garden.

Discover how sugar water attracts bees, with safe ratios, timing, placement, and hygiene—plus UK-friendly plants to support pollinators sustainably.

Discover how aluminium foil shields plants from pests overnight: reflective mulches and collars deter aphids, whiteflies and cutworms, with eco tips and limits.

Discover how a simple sprinkle of baking soda can scorch garden weeds overnight. Learn the science, precise methods, best targets, and safety tips for success.

Protect plants overnight with a baking soda ring barrier. Learn why it deters slugs, how to apply it safely, and where it fits among eco-friendly control methods.

Discover how baking soda can boost tomato sweetness in weeks by gently adjusting soil pH. Get dosage, timing, safety tips, and smart alternatives for flavour.